Use of PPE

Throughout history, advances in technology have meant that humankind has needed to find new ways of protecting themselves. This is no different on board a vessel, where certain tasks require specific equipment to protect workers against physical damage and exposure to harmful liquids as well as protection from cold, heat and a lack of oxygen.

The aim of this course is to show how the correct Personal Protective Equipment promotes safe working.

Learning objectives:

• State what is meant by Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Identify that a good safety culture promotes the use of PPE in the work area
• Recognize that PPE should be inspected before use
• State that PPE when not worn should be safely stored
• Recognize that the correct PPE should be worn for each work activity
• Recognize that Flag State and Classification Societies have standards for approval of PPE and PPE suppliers